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Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)
Supports oil and gas innovation projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 8, 2019
- Closing date : March 31, 2029
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Supports oil and gas innovation projects through transferable royalty and production tax credits. The program covers pilot and commercial scaling projects focused on recovery, environmental performance, processing capacity, and byproduct commercialization.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 8, 2019
- Closing date : March 31, 2029
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Improving oil and gas recovery
- Managing adverse environmental impacts
- Increasing value-added processing capacity
- Commercializing oil and gas byproducts or waste
Documents Needed
- Completed SPII Application Form
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Technology Supplier Letter
- Royalty Credit Application and Eligible Cost Submission Form
- Assurance Report and detailed cost breakdown
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies in Saskatchewan’s oil and gas sector
- Corporate entities that own or are licensed for the innovation
- Commercial companies, including joint projects
Who is not eligible
- Government bodies and Crown agencies
- Not-for-profit corporations
- Projects that are operational before application
Eligible expenses
- Land, real property, and depreciable assets used for the project
- Professional services, engineering, and design costs
- Construction, installation, transportation, and site preparation costs
- Specialized software, intellectual property licensing, and capitalized interest
- Selected operating costs for up to 24 months, if agreed
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Administration and overhead
- Feasibility studies, travel, marketing, and advertising
- Taxes such as GST, PST, and HST
- Spare equipment, fines, penalties, and non-arm’s-length transactions
- Costs already claimed under another SPII submission
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Selection criteria
- Project novelty in Saskatchewan’s oil and gas sector
- Technical readiness and demonstration stage
- Fit with an eligible activity
- Commercial scaling potential or technical validation value
How to apply
1
Download Application Form
Visit the SPII website to download the SPII Application Form.
2
Complete Application Form
- Fill out all required sections in the SPII Application Form accurately.
- Ensure to compile any necessary supporting documents.
3
Submit Application
Email the completed SPII Application Form along with supporting documents to spii@gov.sk.ca.
4
Receive Confirmation
- Wait for the Ministry of Energy and Resources to confirm receipt of the application by email.
- If the application is incomplete, expect communication indicating the required corrections.
5
Application Review
The Ministry will assess the application against the eligibility requirements in the regulations.
6
Conditional Approval
If the application is approved, receive a Letter of Conditional Approval via email.
7
Final Agreement
Once conditionally approved, enter into a formal agreement with the Ministry that details the project plan and eligible costs.
8
Project Execution
Execute the project as outlined in the agreement.
9
Earning Credits
Submit a Royalty Credit Application Form through the IRIS system once eligible costs exceed CAD$1 million.
10
Credit Application Review
Ministry reviews and evaluates the Royalty Credit Application to approve eligible costs.
11
Credit Approval
If approved, receive a Certificate of Approval, and earn 25% of eligible costs as royalty credits.
12
Utilizing Credits
Credits are automatically applied against royalty or tax obligations or can be transferred to another entity via a Royalty Credit Transfer Application in IRIS.
Processing and Agreement
- The Ministry reviews the application and confirms whether it meets the program rules.
- Successful applicants receive a Letter of Conditional Approval.
- A formal agreement is then signed with the Ministry.
- After eligible costs are reviewed, the Ministry issues a Certificate of Approval or a refusal notice.
- Approved credits are applied in IRIS or may be transferred after approval.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted until March 31, 2029.
- SPII can be used alongside other provincial incentive programs.
- Eligible costs must be supported by third-party verification.
- A final technical report is required after project completion.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) Program
What is the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)?
Supports oil and gas innovation projects through transferable royalty and production tax credits. The program covers pilot and commercial scaling projects focused on recovery, environmental performance, processing capacity, and byproduct commercialization.
How much funding can be received?
Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is March 31, 2029. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) program?
To be eligible for the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) program, you must:
TRL 7 or higher
Eligible oil and gas activity
At least CAD$1 million in eligible costs
What expenses are eligible under Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)?
Improving oil and gas recovery
Managing adverse environmental impacts
Increasing value-added processing capacity
Commercializing oil and gas byproducts or waste
Who can I contact for more information about the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII)?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at spii@gov.sk.ca or by phone at (306) 787-2604.
Where is the Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) available?
The Saskatchewan Petroleum Innovation Incentive (SPII) program is available the province of Saskatchewan.